Tulare County Environmental Health Services implemented the Excellence in Food Safety Awards Program in March of 2010 to recognize restaurants that have consistent safe food handling practices and achieve a score of 95 percent or above on three consecutive routine inspections. The award places a spotlight on those restaurants that demonstrate outstanding performance in, and an exceptional commitment to, safe food handling.These restaurateurs have achieved a level of safety that it is hoped others will emulate. The awards list is updated annually.